Balat
Istanbul
Popular places to visit
Saint Stephen’s Orthodox Church
Saint Stephen’s Orthodox Church is just one of the places to see in Istanbul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Phanar Greek Orthodox College
Learn about the local history of Istanbul when you spend time at Phanar Greek Orthodox College. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Yavuz Selim Mosque
After visiting Yavuz Selim Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Istanbul. Add the area's stunning cathedral or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Fethiye Museum
You can study the exhibits at Fethiye Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Istanbul. Stroll along the seaside or visit the stunning cathedral in the area.
Greek Lycée of the Fener
You can learn about the history of Istanbul with a stop at Greek Lycée of the Fener. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Sultan Selim Mosque
Sultan Selim Mosque is just one of the places to see in Istanbul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Add the area's notable monuments or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
Things to do
Istanbul:Princess Island(Büyükada)& Island Electric Car Trip
Bosphorus Dinner & Show Cruise (All Inclusive)
Istanbul: Perfume Making Workshop with Bosphorus View
Istanbul: Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition
Istanbul: Bursa Day Trip with Lunch & Cable Car Ride
Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool
Top hotels in Balat
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
"should have more friendly staff towards all"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Titanic City Taksim
"Clean room, well laid out. Good breakfast. Didn’t use the spa.."
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
The Peninsula Istanbul
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
"infinity pool was dirty, staff was not up to Ritz Carlton standard. Nobody used my name ,restaraunt staff was a bit chaotic, valet services took too long , made me feel uncomfortable waiting for wheel chair so long"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy
"Very clean room but 2 main complaints. First, despite blasting the air conditioning to try to cool the room down (as it had been completely off upon checkin and re-turns itself off when it decides the room is “unoccupied”) we couldn’t get it cool enough to sleep well as the system didn’t seem to ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Divan Istanbul
"Room, facilities, staff service - all truly exceptional. Cannot be faulted."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Balat
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Büyükada
Taksim
Enjoy the popular shops in Taksim. Taksim Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Taksim Station or Findikli Station to see more of Istanbul.
Kadıköy
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Kadıköy. Spend some time visiting top spots like Bosphorus, and catch the metro at Bahariye Station or Acibadem Station to see more of the area.
Beşiktaş
Spend some time visiting places like Bosphorus while getting to know Beşiktaş, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Nispetiye Station or Etiler Station to see more of the area.
